The Beast Queue Times at Kings Island

Q: When should I ride The Beast at night?

The Beast night ride is legendary, but it increases the line — waits hit 45 minutes at 9 PM. Get in line by 7:30 PM to ride in near-darkness without the worst of the closing rush.

Q: Why does The Beast line get longer at night?

The Beast's night ride through pitch-black forest is considered one of the best coaster experiences anywhere. Demand surges as the sun sets — waits jump from 34 min at 6 PM to 45 min at 9 PM as riders specifically save it for the dark.

The Beast is the world's longest wooden roller coaster: 7,361 feet through 35 acres of forest at 65 mph. Average wait: 36 minutes. The night ride is legendary, but it makes the line longer.

Ride stats

Type Wooden Coaster

Length 7,361 ft

Speed 65 mph

Record World's Longest

When to ride The Beast

Average wait: 36 min. Best time: 10 AM (26 min). Peak: 9 PM (45 min, night ride demand). Height requirement: 48".

Hour	Avg Wait	Note
10 AM	26 min	Best time to ride
11 AM	28 min
12 PM	28 min
1 PM	35 min	Afternoon climb
2 PM	37 min
3 PM	41 min
4 PM	41 min
5 PM	36 min	Brief dip
6 PM	34 min
7 PM	36 min	Night ride demand building
8 PM	44 min	Get in line now for dark ride
9 PM	45 min	Night ride peak!

Tips for The Beast

The night ride is legendary but it pushes the line to 45 min at 9 PM. Get in line by 7:30 PM to ride in near-darkness.
The ride covers 35 acres of forest and ends with a famous 540-degree helix tunnel.
The Beast holds the Guinness World Record for longest wooden roller coaster at 7,361 feet.
Morning is your best window. At 10 AM you're looking at 26 min, before the afternoon crowd arrives.

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FAQ

When should I ride The Beast at night?

The Beast night ride is legendary, but it pushes the line up. Waits hit 45 minutes at 9 PM. Get in line by 7:30 PM to ride in near-darkness without the worst of the closing rush.

How long is The Beast?

The Beast is 7,361 feet long, making it the world's longest wooden roller coaster. The ride traverses 35 acres of forest and includes a famous 540-degree helix tunnel finale.

Why does The Beast line get longer at night?

The Beast's night ride through pitch-black forest is one of the best coaster experiences anywhere. Demand surges as the sun sets. Waits jump from 34 min at 6 PM to 45 min at 9 PM as riders specifically save it for the dark.